Ten Colleges Enter Into Articulation Agreements with Ashford University

SAN DIEGO, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford University formed articulation agreements with ten community and regional colleges in the first quarter of 2012. The agreements allow students of these two-year schools to transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree at Ashford University.

Among the colleges that established articulation agreements with Ashford University are Fullerton College and Southwestern College in California; Illinois Central College in Illinois; Southeast Community College in Nebraska; Clovis Community College in New Mexico; Tulsa Community College in Oklahoma; Alvin Community College, Collin College and Trinity Valley Community College in Texas; and Snow College in Utah.

"These agreements are great for all schools and students involved and makes for an almost seamless transition into a four-year university," said Mark Young, director of academic partnerships at Ashford University.

The academic partnerships between Ashford University and these community colleges show a commitment to increasing educational opportunities and enabling a direct progression for students transferring from a two-year college to a four-year institution. 

About Ashford University
Ashford University is defining the modern college experience by combining the heritage of a traditional campus with the flexibility and effectiveness of online learning. The University provides a vibrant learning community where high-quality programs and leading-edge technology create a dynamic, immersive and stimulating learning experience. Ashford University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (www.ncahlc.org). The University offers practical and progressive associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs online, as well as bachelor's degree programs at its Clinton, Iowa, campus. Ashford University – where heritage meets innovation. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513.

Contact: Shari Rodriguez, Associate Vice President of Public Relations
858.513.9240 x2513 · shari.rodriguez@ashford.edu

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